At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate student transportation and ensure safe, efficient operations.
- Company: Join a supportive school division focused on student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent benefits, pension package, and annual salary progression.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives through effective transportation management.
- Qualifications: Strong organizational skills and experience in transportation preferred.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
(Out of Scope Position - 40 hours / week plus additional time as required)
Reporting to the Director of Facilities, this position is primarily responsible for providing administrative and support services for student transportation in the Division.
The individual will assist in the leadership of transportation operations for the Division, and liaising with the school's parents, students, and First Student Canada to resolve concerns.
Currently the Board contracts its services to First Student, and partners with Peace Wapiti School divisions to deliver the remaining services.
Qualifications
- Strengths in Systems Management, time management and people management
- Organizational effectiveness (team player)
- Experience in school bus transportation an asset
- Completion of a two-year Business Administrative Diploma.
- Preferred previous experience in transportation, including Bus Planner software experience.
- Other combinations of applicable education, training and experience, which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to meet the responsibilities will also be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the leadership of safe, efficient and timely transportation operations for the division.
- Responsible for complying with applicable provincial legislation include safe operation, carriage of people and goods, driver service hours, and occupational health and safety requirements related to transportation
- Ensure student passes are accurate and up-to-date.
- Update bus routes and changes online
- Complete and submit the annual Urban and Special Transportation funding applications to Alberta Education.
- Assist the Director of Facilities in the monitoring of the Transportation budget.
- Manage contracted bus operations and submit monthly billing.
- Assist in designing and accessing information of school bus routes.
- Assist with the safe operation of fleet vehicles
- Maintain accurate and complete records.
- Other duties as assigned
Starting salary will be based on qualifications and relevant experience and includes an excellent benefits and pension package.
Incremental progression along the salary grid annually, subject to satisfactory evaluation and approved by the superintendent of schools.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide a current Police Information Check.
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Transportation Coordinator in Grande Prairie employer: Grande Prairie, AB
Grande Prairie & District Catholic Schools is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our staff. With a focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities for our employees while serving a diverse student population across beautiful regional communities. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of students with complex needs, all while being part of a passionate team that inspires, creates, and believes in the potential of every learner.
